i'm not into watches, don't own a single one. nor am i interested in taking up the hobby. and yet i have watched SO many of your videos. it's all down to you, sir. it's your presentation of the subject matter and enthusiasm for the process that has captured my attention completely. keep up the good work! subscribed.
A great hobby. And not for what it does for the watches, but for what it does for the mind of the person working with the watches. THAT is where the attraction lies for me.
This guy is a prime example of what a content creator should be, so many fans and viewers that aren’t even in the hobby, but absolutely love the content. Everything is perfect, the dialogue is either extremely informative or just pleasant banter/backstory- seriously couldn’t get any better
I m a retired watchmaker in Sweden and I did find all that fascinating (the oil on the balance jewels made me laugh as it happens for me too) not only for your skills but for the filming that s absolutely amazing. I hope people realise how small those parts are and how clear the picture is! Amazing result really . I guess that oiling pallets and stems is kind of premium rate and would bore people. There is so much work behind that video, obvious and non obvious, and I really appreciated it! Now looking forward to look at your other videos. I appreciated the humour, the patience, and your humility that many people in that profession lack… the explanations and comments are prime too, beautiful work indeed! I loved that video 👍thanks
well i DIDN'T realize how small these parts were till i took the back off of my own pocket watch and saw that even my smallest screwdriver was too big for the case screws, let alone any of the others in the movement. unfortunately i'm trying to figure out the going rate for servicing and a main spring replacement because i don't have the money to get the required equipment and oils to do it myself.
Now I understand why they are so expensive, and I am in total awe of the intelligence of the designers who engineered these magnificent minute machines.
well they are still overpriced, but it is certainly a collectors market, and they are beautiful, I used to be a collector, but I liquidated my collection to venture into real estate. In January, I acquired homes in Malibu for $34 million, and the returns on investment far exceed what I earned as a collector.
How did you grow your money to $45m, I'm impressed, I have a lump sum in the bank, the rates are not impressive so I'm moving it, whats your cash flow like?
I am a car and a computer guy. I do like to see people fix their cars, consoles/pc and even phone, but my god, i have never been so captivated by a video where someone restores/fixes watches. You are amazing. Keep up the good job. People like you deserve all the support. Cheers mate.
I’m right there with you mate. I don’t even own a watch & have zero interest in doing so, but the presentation of these videos is just so captivating that I can’t stop watching.
Same here. Car and computer guy and watched every second of this. I am amazed at all the layers and complexity in this movement. Truly a feat of engineering and precision. I feel very stupid right now. Lol.
It started with computers for me, then moved to cars, now it's moving to watches. Must just be the natural way of things, I like to know how stuff works.
I've said it multiple times before but: the cinematography, especially the macro/up-close shots, are beyond ridiculous. Absolutely perfect Marshall, it adds so much quality to the video👍👍👍👍👍
I have a background in video production. It takes a really long time to shoot and edit a video this long. It's an hour long video with constant cuts from various cameras that likely have to be synced in post (not necessary for certain moments). Regardless, there's a lot of work that isn't shown beyond the hour long video. The lighting is simple but works really well and is often neglected by most creators. The macro shots are well composed. The audio is clean, crisp, and done in post after the timeline is cut together. The whole flow and pacing of these videos are done very well. His post commentary is really at the heart of these. He makes it entertaining for just about anyone who watches. It It really pulls everything together. He really goes all out on these, and I imagine that most people don't fully understand or appreciate the true professionalism at work here. Undoubtedly, some people are going to minimize his work. That's okay. This man is so graciously humble. I doubt he would mind if his work goes unrecognized by the few that don't care. He clearly has a good head on his shoulders and knows his worth. Let there be no mistake; this guy is a legend who produces free high-quality, informative, entertaining, and engaging content.
@@jullianvaladares2705 it's odd that you wrote how in-depth a good video is, because I just downloaded software to try my hand at it, and the difference in time-invested between a quick/simple video, and some like Marshall puts together, is just massive.
My favorite part about your videos is that watching you do this, I am WELL aware that I cannot do this myself. No illusions of competency, just respect for yours.
This was fantastic to see, my Grandfather was a Horologist and when he passed we discovered his private workshop. which not even my Grandmother, had seen. It was full of clocks and wristwatches of all kinds. All his tools were handmade , it was a magical experience which I will never forget . 45 years later, it was fantastic to see a craftsman working on a movement and thinking of my Grandfather and to how he had worked in such detail.
My teenage watchmaker daughter Billie and I absolutely loved this journey you went on to bring this lovely old Omega Seamaster 120 back to life again. It was a real pleasure, and I thank you so much from the both of us. Wishing you all the very best, from Wendi in the UK. 🌻
It's actually really helpful, that you mention the name and function of the parts briefly in every video. Starting to very slowly understand the logic of the whole construction, that makes up a watch. Also, totally cool, that you disclosed the price you bought the watch for, all the details in your videos (also camera work, narration style) contribute towards a really enjoyable experience.
Thinking exactly the same. Telling the price is great too, that's what people usually are interested in. Marshall is a great guy. Best watch repair channel (with Nekkid) on yt.
Adam Savage provided a link to this video in a comment on one of his videos on his Tested RUclips channel. You have a celebrity fan Marshall! Way to go!
Marshall, I spent years listening to your coverage of Magic tournaments. As I entered adulthood I slowly got out of Magic the Gathering. Eventually selling out all together due to lack of time, I sold my foil modern deck and I bought my first watch, Blackbay 58, with it. Finding your channel is like hearing an old friend. Thanks for the content
I bought two of these watches in 1983 just before I returned to Australia following a 3-year military deployment. One for myself and one for my mother, who was working on the family farm. Sadly, my mother gave hers away to my sister who (after a few weeks) had no idea what became of the watch. Obviously, neither of them appreciated what they had in their possession. I wore my Omega Seamaster every day (skydiving, scuba diving etc) until about 20 years later when it simply stopped. I took the watch to my local jeweler and he said, "This is above my pay grade. I will send it to Omega and get a report." A couple of weeks later, I received word that the watch had been sent back to Switzerland for appraisal. I was told it was so rare that there were not any tools in Australia to allow work to be done on the watch. A month or two further on I received word that the watch was not worth repairing and I had two options: 1. Omega would dispose of the parts and send me a report, or 2. Omega would send the parts back to me. I sent a lengthy response to Omega explaining that my Omega Seamaster was a part of me. I relied on it every day and would prefer to have the parts returned to me. About a month later, I received a call from my jeweler to say the watch had arrived. When I went to his business I found the Omega Seamaster had been lovingly restored by Omega at no charge! I couldn't believe it. They included a note saying my message of loyalty and commitment to their brand was such they tooled-up and restored the watch out of gratitude for my service to my country and my dedication to a quality wrist watch. I couldn't believe it. I was so grateful. Sadly, a few short years later, I took my watch to a different jeweler to have it serviced and was deployed for an extended period before I could collect the watch. When I returned to Australia, I couldn't remember where I had taken the watch. That's it. The watch is gone and I was heartbroken.
a lot of knowledge. But doing anything so methodically and comfortably can't be done without hundreds to thousands of hours of practice... You could have all the knowledge in the world and be extremely clumsy and awful at this.
As a mechanical watch enthusiast who doesn't really understand movements I have to say that watching that was one of the most peaceful 50 minutes of my life. I'm still not much wiser but my God those tiny springs and little plates holding other bits in place. And the way that you have to to carefully seat everything with such precision, not to mention the multiple grades of oil that are used on the jewels versus cogs versus everything else. Absolutely fascinating. Thank you.
This is why I love mechanical watches. And the reason some of the favorites that I own cost $5k+ is because someone like this dude is hand assembling and hand finishing the watches. Grand Seiko is my favorite company, hands down. Such love and craftsmanship goes into their pieces.
@@famts3716 I spent about ten minutes today trying to put a screw back into my son's spectacles - gave up and took it to the optician to do. Can't see myself dealing with watch screws!
Fascinating. First time watching someone restore a watch. I had my dad's watch restored after he died and I inherited it. I wasn't familiar with the brand. It's a Juvenia from the late 60s. The crystal was all scratched up and it wasn't running. I took it to our family jeweler, but he doesn't do that kind of work so he sent it out to someone else. Well long story short, it came out beautifully. I thought it was a wind up watch but it wasn't. It was a full automatic. And it has a calendar function between the 4 and 5 o'clock positions. They put a beautiful classic black leather strap on it which makes the light colored watch face pop. I feel my dad with me every time I wear it.
I have a friend in California who is a watchmaker. I sent him my Dad's railroad watch. A 21 Jewel Elgin made in 1924. My mother dropped it in church back in the 60s and it sat in a jewelry box from 1965 to 2023. My friend completely rebuilt the watch and sent it back to me. I am so glad to have it operational again. I still have the card from Great Northern Railroad that they used when they checked it for accuracy.
Some people are just savants at reverse engineering things. My dad was a master mechanic and could pull apart a motor and put it back together like it was legos.
Putting the watch back together is one thing. But imagine the people who designed and built the watch in the first place, with no instructions to follow!
@@SamiNami even more fascinating to think about is: the machine(s) that make the machines. The machines and craftsmen that make, for example, the screws alone, never mind the gears & wheels.....
Not sure how I ended up here. Didn't realize the video was 52 minutes of magic. I have never had a higher appreciation for anyone who can do this type of work and it boggles the mind how this was done in the very early days of watches. This was my first video to watch on the channel and it was a treat.
You took the words right out of my mind.I was literally thinking the same thing when I stumbled upon this video.Just happens to be the best 52 mins. I've ever spent on YT really.And I've watched alot of cool stuff on here.Ive always been amazed by the way these things are self efficient,and just need a little bump and off to the races it goes.
I've never, ever, seen this operation before and it's absolutely astonishing to see, listen & learn. Thank you very much for letting us into this micro-world of precision working AND steady hands! Your filming & editing skills match your horological (if that's the correct term) expertise!
Reminds of my late dad, he’s the best watch repairer I’ve known. I remember one of his regular customer came back to fix one of his watch that my dad fixed 18yrs ago, imagine it takes so many years before that watch died and bring it back to life again.
Hi! I only have one watch, a gift from my then-fiancee, and now a wife of 7 years. It's quartz, and a while ago I've dropped it, and one of the cosmetic elements on the dial popped out and was dangling between the crystal and the dial, and it's been sitting like that for years. Watching your videos gave me enough confidence to take it apart myself and fix it. I can now wear them, and it's an incredibly rewarding feeling. Just wanted to let you know you have an impact even on people who don't own a single mechanical watch :)
This is my first experience on your channel. You are a mechanical surgeon. I love the way you describe parts (and their purpose), as you work on a watch. It's a amazing skill to have, and no doubt many years of experience. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with anyone who has an interest. Cheers 👍
I will be honest. I never intended to watch the entire video - a few minutes at the start and then flip forward to see the final product. I am now 42 minutes in and can't stop. The quality of the camera work is astounding. I love the commentary. While I watch it I realize that I would fail the fine movement capability test if I were against this guy. All in all, what an astounding skill set to do this work. Congrats!
I have an Omega pocket watch from 1921. Bought new by my great grandfather. I had it restored this spring for my 50th birthday. Part of it was done by a retired watchmaker that had worked at Omega in Switzerland for 30 years. The rest by my local watchmaker. Fun to see how these things are done. 🤗 Great channel!
wow great video, I'm a mechanical engineer and I've been fixing stuff since I was a kid so watching this is a treat. 38:33 the tweezers scraped the golden metal.
the best advice i can give you MEs is that you don't know everything, despite thinking so. my dad and brother are MEs. I went to school for Chem E then changed to biz, now I am heavy into real estate.
@@detroka that wasn’t an advice, it was an observation. I didn’t claim i know everything, i run our 60 year old family business here in Beirut. Good luck with in the real estate gig.
@@detroka you don't either. i have never heard a ME claim they know everything. most educated people are aware of the vast pool of knowledge we have in different fields. there was no advice in this comment.
I don't even feel like I wasted an hour watching this. Very satisfying to watch someone unpack one little part of the universe that was really just a mystery to me until now. Thank you
Laid up in bed after an operation to fix a slipped disc. This is EXACTLY what I need. Thanks so much Marshall. Really looking forward to this and will brighten an otherwise very boring day!
Stumbling upon this channel today has been unexpected delight. It's amazing to me how stumbling upon one of your videos in my recommended today instantly brought back memories of my grandfather's wristwatch and how fascinated I was with it at the time. And somehow for well over 15 years I had forgotten all about it and my interest in it until today. I love watching and learning about the process and It's making me really consider the possibility of trying to get into restoration one day, though the initial cost of equipment might take a long while to overcome. Thank you for reigniting something I had long forgotten about.
As well as being a highly skilled watch repairer, this author is excellent at the Voice Over. He clearly records it later, but offers just that right amount of surprise, shock, disappointment etc to give the illusion of it being recorded at the time.
Watching this was surprisingly therapeutic and relaxing. Not so much so that you may fall asleep because you are completely glued to the entire process! Brilliantly filmed and intricately narrated with a clear to the ear understanding of what is being said. This video made me want to take up this art! However, i probably won’t. Thank you for taking the time of putting this together. It was truly a delight. 🙂
This is so true, I didn't want anything heavy to watch at the end of a long day and I randomly clicked on this noticed it was over 50 minutes and I was nope not going to watch all of these and then here we are at the end and nice and relaxed.
I’ve now seen enough of your videos to say this with some level of confidence… You’re the Bob Ross of RUclips. Your confidence, skill, and kind demeanor make me believe that I too could do this kind of work.
@@jennyjammer7893 ..is that bad? You imply some hubris in all this. I responded above in a few places here on this vid review...and never said I was a mechanical engineer, although I am. If one says he is....and also says he appreciates good design and workmanship.....that's all that was intended.....a sense of respect of what he just witnessed.
Hi Marshal! Let me ‘ break cover’. I am recovering from a stroke. ( lived) watching you work is fascinating. I was a Seiko collector. I enjoy their mods. Thanks!
Same here had a stroke about 5 years ago , left me paralyzed on my left side. Use to "help" an old railroad watch repairman work on an certify the watches for use. That was about 60 years ago.Since my stroke I have gotten Back into working on old pocket watches again. I have to admit it is very challenging with only one working hand but it keeps me from vegetating. You should give it a try it is very good therapy and you will feel like you are still useful especially when you get the old watch running again. Hopefully you have recovered from your stroke without any lasting damage. Thke care and God Bless your recovery.
I love how you still keep a playmat around. Super happy for your success with this new venture! It's great to see so many of the audience commenting and engaging with your content as well! Congrats Marshall!
This is the first time I've watched one of your videos, and quite frankly: I am tickled pink. I have a minor tremor in my hands and could never do anything like this, but I get the same feeling from watching you that I got from watching Bob Ross, or Norm Abrams, or Jacques Pepin, or any other craftsman that was not only really good at what they did, but also took such joy in explaining how they went about doing it. You are in that category and this was a real treat. Thank you so much for doing this video. I'll never be able to afford an Omega watch, but I can imagine the happiness of the person who eventually gets one that you've worked on. I hate the idea of repeating myself, but there it is: This is just wonderful and you've done a great job of explaining it for us watch luddites.
I feel the same way! Would you mind me asking what kind of activities you do find enjoyable with your tremor? I have a friend who recently found out he has a developing tremor, and he’s really feeling like he’s already losing his hobbies. His is still minor as well.
I absolutely loved the passion in his voice. i had no interest inba watch Repair video in fact it was playing in the background when I heard him describe me I had to go back and start it over hes made a fan out of me
@@rachel705 not the person u replied to, but i also have minor tremors in my hands. i like to cook a lot, and barring the most refined cuts (which are rarely, if ever, necessary), i can do everything that other folks can do. i also like to garden, which is something that doesnt require steady hands. just saying, your friend might feel frustrated and i can empathize, but it's not the end of the world. those of us with shaky hands can do great things too : )
@@rachel705 Hi, I too have an intention tremor, present since childhood, and inherited with my two siblings, and my daughter, from my father. I play the piano, repair electronics with fine soldering, am a compulsive fixer of anything broken, big or small, and am not held back by the tremor at all. Just go slowly, rest you elbow or elbows on the table if possible, and relax. The harder you try not to shake, the more you shake 🙂 I would love to do these restorations, but couldn't even afford the tools, let alone to buy the non-working watches. But I am addicted to watching Marshall make it look all so easy. He grasps those jewels in his tweezers, and then turns them over, and changes hands, without the jewel going flying off into blue yonder! Impressive indeed!
I have been fascinated with watches ever since I had to read the book Longitude by Dava Sobel for my freshmen English required reading list in 2008, but I was intimidated to actually open a watch and disassemble the movement. This channel has shown me how accessible this long held interest can be as a hobby. I really appreciate the willingness to share information and your enthusiasm for teaching shines through in how well you shoot, edit, and narrate. Thank you!
Truly the best descriptive narration with the best mini-history. I'm a watch nerd, but I still learn tons as I'm not super well versed in how movements function. I love the layman term explanations and your very humble approach. Like, I would normally want to skip through disassembly/reassembly parts, but I don't want to miss out on the fun commentary.
I love how humble you are to say you're not a professional, and you may not be, but to the rest of us, your videos are really well made. The way you explain, and show the process, with the utmost enthusiasm, shows you love what you do, which, in turn, makes great content for your viewers. My self, along with several others, am not into watches, anything significant as your self. But we love your videos, they're hard to stop watching, ( no pun intended) lol...
I dont really get why the youtube algorithm brought me to your door Marshall.. yet I've found myself intrigued enough to not only subscribe but to watch at least one video a night.. watched the rusty rolex one last night and this one today. As a mechanic the size of the fasteners you have to deal with is almost unbelievable... keep up the good work !
Wow this video randomly popped up on my list and I watched for some weird reason and now I wanna fix watches lol. Thank you for the inspiration dude bro.
I find myself inching my face closer and closer to the PC monitor watching this and all your videos, immersed in them. I know it must be challenging work, but rewarding at the same. Thanks for sharing.
You had me totally absorbed, and before I knew it, it was 52 mins gone. So much love and finesse goes into this art it is really unbelievable. Watching the escapement spin makes it look like a heart, and the watch a living thing. It gives me so much more appreciation for the watch that sits on my wrist right now. Thank you.
I'm amazed how you can take a watch completely apart and find the problem fix it and remember where all the parts and screws go! You have a good memory very talented!
As a experienced tinkerer it's the screws that boggle my mind. Not only the mystery of the method in making them but remembering which goes where. Most are individually unique and some are left hand thread.
Beautifully filmed video, as a professional editor I take my hat off to you for a really good edit. There is an almost Zen like equality to watching the beautiful details we never usual get to see. First class work
I came across this video randomly in my suggested. Never been a watch "enthusiast" but I'm now beyond intrigued in the process of how these are made/repaired. Wow. Great video. Gained a new sub!
38:33 I think you'll need some brass or copper tool. Steel one leaves markes. Otherwise,i really love your work! And your videos are perfectly edited! What a pleasure to watch! Big thanks!
This is the first video of a watching being worked on that I've watched and I love it. I'm an engineer by trade and love seeing this sort of stuff. I think my plans for next weekend is to rip apart one of my old (cheap) watches and fail to put it back together. I would be happy to have this man service my omega though, he certainly knows what he's doing :D
To me the part of all this that is even more incomprehensible than the design and assembly of all these intricate parts is the manufacturing of all these intricate parts. Virtually every single one of them is a piece of art, and I can't imagine how to go about making each one so perfectly precise that it interfaces perfectly with all the others.
I’ve rewatched this 5 or 6 times now, and all I can say is that you are remarkably generous with your knowledge, and whoever owns this watch down the line is incredibly lucky. I’ll be dreaming about wearing this one for a long time to come!
The Omega 563 has a couple of quirks. 1. One of the wheels on the automatic mechanism has a wheel that has to be disassembled and lubricated. The pivots on that wheel often wear out as well as the bushings that’s keep the wheel in place. People often have to replace the wheel due to it not being lubricated. 2. The original crystal has the letter Omega right in the middle of it. It’s very small. 3. There is a bushing that always goes missing. It’s located on one of the wheels in the center of the watch. This watch is quite accurate considering how slow the ticking is. Enjoy your watch!
Sir, you are amazing!!! So much intricate work and the knowledge to just do it! I too am not interested in your hobby, but you simply mesmerized me, taking apart this old watch, cleaning it, oiling and putting it back together. And your verbal explanation of everything was just spot on. Thanks, I felt the thrill of your success!!! Dan Suzuki, Retired USAF SMSgt and Vietnam Vet (:
This precision, dexterity and memory for disassembly and assembly is amazing. It brings to memory a young apprentice in our company who after sometime in training was given the moniker of "easy off" by his trainer, sad to say but he did not make it and was let go. According to the trainer, this poor lad could disassemble items successfully but his problem was reassembly, he never seemed to remember where all of the components belonged. I found another type of work.
Thank you for taking us on the fascinating journey of watch restoration again. In my opinion one of the best and most entertaining episodes so far, 53 minutes that felt like 20 minutes. And on top an early model of the iconic Seamaster 166.027 brought back to life. What a gorgeous piece with this beautiful honey lume. Excellent work!
It’s crazy that I have no interest in watches, never really had any however I find your videos fascinating and watch them from beginning to end. Thank you.
This was captivating to watch! Didn't intend to spend an hour watching a time piece rebuild today, but your voice and representation sold me. Great job sir.
@Adam Kent i think you are right.. probably they are mostly similar in terms of the parts they have.. the differences my be in size and placeement in watch. I noticed him using term "bridge" a lot. And today i leared about "reversing wheel". I am wondering how much he paid for the watch, how much were the cost of replacment parts and materieals, and how much he was able to sell it for,
It's amazing how accurate so many of the old automatic watches were when tweaked. I think it's safe to say there hasn't been much improvement in automatic watch designs as far as accuracy in the last 50 years. Well, unless you count the springdrive, which is really an automatic quartz, as I understand it.
I'm in awe of your patience and steady hands with all those teeny tiny parts. It's fascinating how all those teeny bits work together. Enjoyed the video.
@@brucer2152 To make one is one thing, but then to produce, say 1000 a year, all parts interchangeable between one watch and another, of the same model, is awesome also. I love this hidden stuff, stuck behind a dial and the watch back.
@@gorillaau oh yeah, it's super intricate. and to think they were making watched for a long long time. How did they even machine those little parts back in the day?
I'm retired from NASA at Kennedy Space Center where I worked as a cinematographer for 27 years. One thing that really makes your videos easy to watch is the high level of picture excellence. All the shots are just so damned professional I love looking at it. Especially the tight shots, which is just about all of them. You're very good. I'm wondering, my father had a Rolex Date that he got in Saigon, Vietnam in 1959 when we lived there. He was killed by a drunk driver in 1968, one year after he retired from the Army. My brother took the watch, but it hasn't worked in years. He sent it to 3 different Rolex repair shops, and it was returned with a note saying they could not open it. We are both anxious to get my father's watch working again. Do you have a business that I could contact to inquire if you would be willing to give it a try? Thank you, and I hope to hear from you soon.
I’m curious, what does a cinematographer do at NASA? I’m sure they have some kind of media relations department, but is there enough demand for good footage that they need a dedicated worker for it?
I don’t know why I find these video so addictive,but they are completely mesmerizing.I found your channel late so have binge watched many at a time.Your skill and knowledge is truly amazing,you make it look easy but I know it’s not.Just the steadiness alone few could achieve.I freak out as you disassemble placing parts aside,I have to make diagrams, take pictures and still have problems.I am much better at disassembling than putting back together….lol Thank you again !!
What a project! Thanks so much. As a result of watching your channel, I took out my old Omega Geneve and had it serviced after storing it for 30 years in my bedside drawer. It is not a fancy model - just a 611 manual movement with a blue face. But you are so right - it is a modestly beautiful timepiece!
When you finished disassembly and had all the parts neatly arranged I thought, could you imagine if someone bumped the table or otherwise disturbed those extremely tiny parts....and them you dropped them on carpet !!! I can't believe you found them all.
I love your channel. Watching a master is very soothing. One thing I would love to see more or maybe a separate video is about how all these crazy little pieces are manufactured.
"I'm not a Professional..." O.k... so you're a "Watch Wizard"? Or a "Watch Surgeon"? No matter what you consider yourself, Sir, you ARE EXCEPTIONAL at this! Including all the aspects of your videos! I don't know how I got here, but after being mesmerized for 52 minutes I LIKED, SUBSCRIBED, & NOTIFIED! 👍💖
Stumbled upon your video because "Omega Seamaster" caught my eye. I bought one almost exactly like this (had orange accents on face and bezel I believe) in Lucerne Switzerland in 1976! $300 if I recall correctly - quite expensive at the time! But I wore that watch for over 10 years before it "just stopped." Could not find anyone locally who was willing to attempt a repair, so I tossed it in a drawer and bought a Tag Heuer. After watching this, I'm tearing the place apart looking for that old watch! :-D I have no idea what shape the movement is in, but the case is still in very good condition. If I find it... I'll be reaching out!
@@bossmoderhino6109 Try about 500 years, if you want to be pedantic :) 16th century saw the rise of pocket watches. While not as miniature as a modern wrist watch, it didn't take long for them to become nearly as small and delicate.
What I appreciate is your using the proper term for the various parts. I cannot stand hearing the words “ this do hickey thing “ instead of knowing the horological word. As a professional horologist ( antique clock restorer ) for the past 40 plus years I really appreciate the depth of knowledge you bring to your channel. Well done !
@@breiter4798 ...at least THIS vintage was house made by Omega....years later the Swiss watch industry were crushed by the technically more accurate electronic watches from Japan....so they (the Swiss) grouped together as a sort of loose consortium....to create SWATCH. So there aren't any more "one-brand-only" Swiss watches that don't share the inner workings anymore....maybe now only the boutique brands that cost maybe $20,000. Or perhaps Rolexes costing $8000-$10,000.
I fumbled the mainspring swap on my Lord Matic last night and lost the barrel arbor. Not the first part I've lost on this watch - I think the 5606A is out to get me! Both times I found the parts using a magnetic strip plus blind determination.
Very much so although technique and practice make it less so but hey no 30minutes a so care ful brushing of the floor found a Smith's screw I lost last night.
I’m scared as to what you actually do for a full time job if this is your hobby. Your skills are insane and attention to detail is mesmerising to watch. I have no interest in watches and don’t own any, but in addicted to watching your beautiful skill unfold in front of your amazing camera lenses. You are masterful. Thank you 🙏
I'm absolutely addicted to your videos. I've never owned a wrist watch and really have no desire to own one but darn your videos are captivating. Thank you 😊
It's good to reward ourselves sometimes . While I'm not one to spend on high-end watch (I spend too much money on travel, lol), I can appreciate your gorgeous and timeless watch. I love how it's a symbol of all your hard work.And i choose nkuwan every time honestly
I wish I would have found a channel like this when I worked at a pawn shop and had access to probably hundreds of mechanical watches that didn't run. I always wished I could learn how to fix them, but didn't know where to start. This seems like yet another hobby I could get addicted to
I guess good way to start watch repair hobby is to have multiple watches with the same stuff inside and willingness to destroy them all if everything goes wrong. That way you should have multiple watches to train and highly probably at least one full set of non-broken parts.
I love watches and clocks and just always enjoy your thoughtful and caring as well as humble watch restorations. This one was amazing to watch, to see you restore what seemed like a hopeless case to a gorgeous classic watch that you saved!! Good show!!
i'm not into watches, don't own a single one. nor am i interested in taking up the hobby. and yet i have watched SO many of your videos. it's all down to you, sir. it's your presentation of the subject matter and enthusiasm for the process that has captured my attention completely. keep up the good work! subscribed.
the history of watches is quite fascinating.
Same
This Bloke's enthusiasm just hooked me, in my 50s never worn a watch..
Maybe just one, maybe? Promise.... just one.
A great hobby. And not for what it does for the watches, but for what it does for the mind of the person working with the watches. THAT is where the attraction lies for me.
This guy is a prime example of what a content creator should be, so many fans and viewers that aren’t even in the hobby, but absolutely love the content. Everything is perfect, the dialogue is either extremely informative or just pleasant banter/backstory- seriously couldn’t get any better
I m a retired watchmaker in Sweden and I did find all that fascinating (the oil on the balance jewels made me laugh as it happens for me too) not only for your skills but for the filming that s absolutely amazing. I hope people realise how small those parts are and how clear the picture is! Amazing result really . I guess that oiling pallets and stems is kind of premium rate and would bore people. There is so much work behind that video, obvious and non obvious, and I really appreciated it! Now looking forward to look at your other videos. I appreciated the humour, the patience, and your humility that many people in that profession lack… the explanations and comments are prime too, beautiful work indeed! I loved that video 👍thanks
Yippers, he has at least a 5 camera setup and microscopic camera setup,
And his videography, editing, and narration are beyond incredible.
well i DIDN'T realize how small these parts were till i took the back off of my own pocket watch and saw that even my smallest screwdriver was too big for the case screws, let alone any of the others in the movement. unfortunately i'm trying to figure out the going rate for servicing and a main spring replacement because i don't have the money to get the required equipment and oils to do it myself.
Now I understand why they are so expensive, and I am in total awe of the intelligence of the designers who engineered these magnificent minute machines.
well they are still overpriced, but it is certainly a collectors market, and they are beautiful, I used to be a collector, but I liquidated my collection to venture into real estate. In January, I acquired homes in Malibu for $34 million, and the returns on investment far exceed what I earned as a collector.
How did you grow your money to $45m, I'm impressed, I have a lump sum in the bank, the rates are not impressive so I'm moving it, whats your cash flow like?
I have a financial advisor (trader) she grows my liquid assets and I reinvest the weekly payouts back into real estate and long-term ETFs.
Great move, please can you share her with me, or maybe her name so I could search for her online, thanks
Cathy Jemar Carlone look her up.
I am a car and a computer guy. I do like to see people fix their cars, consoles/pc and even phone, but my god, i have never been so captivated by a video where someone restores/fixes watches. You are amazing. Keep up the good job. People like you deserve all the support. Cheers mate.
I’m right there with you mate. I don’t even own a watch & have zero interest in doing so, but the presentation of these videos is just so captivating that I can’t stop watching.
@STARR i have an old 2005 A4 B7, nothing fancy :D. but i wish one day i could afford something with more ponies :D
Same here. Car and computer guy and watched every second of this. I am amazed at all the layers and complexity in this movement. Truly a feat of engineering and precision. I feel very stupid right now. Lol.
It started with computers for me, then moved to cars, now it's moving to watches. Must just be the natural way of things, I like to know how stuff works.
My man. You area a watch guy! You just sont know it yet!
I've said it multiple times before but: the cinematography, especially the macro/up-close shots, are beyond ridiculous. Absolutely perfect Marshall, it adds so much quality to the video👍👍👍👍👍
Add my thumbs up 👍 too!
Dont simp
I have a background in video production. It takes a really long time to shoot and edit a video this long. It's an hour long video with constant cuts from various cameras that likely have to be synced in post (not necessary for certain moments). Regardless, there's a lot of work that isn't shown beyond the hour long video. The lighting is simple but works really well and is often neglected by most creators. The macro shots are well composed. The audio is clean, crisp, and done in post after the timeline is cut together. The whole flow and pacing of these videos are done very well. His post commentary is really at the heart of these. He makes it entertaining for just about anyone who watches. It It really pulls everything together. He really goes all out on these, and I imagine that most people don't fully understand or appreciate the true professionalism at work here.
Undoubtedly, some people are going to minimize his work. That's okay. This man is so graciously humble. I doubt he would mind if his work goes unrecognized by the few that don't care. He clearly has a good head on his shoulders and knows his worth. Let there be no mistake; this guy is a legend who produces free high-quality, informative, entertaining, and engaging content.
@@kk6199 opps I did a simp
@@jullianvaladares2705 it's odd that you wrote how in-depth a good video is, because I just downloaded software to try my hand at it, and the difference in time-invested between a quick/simple video, and some like Marshall puts together, is just massive.
This guy is the Bob Ross of watch revival!! I can watch his videos with total engagement. The macro videography is fantastic. Love this channel.
Bob Ross sucks terribly... This guy is x100 times better!
I loved the Joy of Painting, and I love the comparison. I can watch both all day as well.
The mark novak of gunsmiths!
My favorite part about your videos is that watching you do this, I am WELL aware that I cannot do this myself. No illusions of competency, just respect for yours.
This was fantastic to see, my Grandfather was a Horologist and when he passed we discovered his private workshop. which not even my Grandmother, had seen. It was full of clocks and wristwatches of all kinds. All his tools were handmade , it was a magical experience which I will never forget . 45 years later, it was fantastic to see a craftsman working on a movement and thinking of my Grandfather and to how he had worked in such detail.
Make a museum 😁
My uncle was an omega dealer in the 50s. Was a watchmaker. Based in santander spain. He was magic. Reminds me of you.
That's is such a cool story.
Yeah turn that into a time capsule! Change nothing other than regular cleaning etc
Horeologist 😅😅
one thing that i appreciate is how your voice-over sounds like it's being done while youre working on it rather than after everything's been recorded
My teenage watchmaker daughter Billie and I absolutely loved this journey you went on to bring this lovely old Omega Seamaster 120 back to life again. It was a real pleasure, and I thank you so much from the both of us. Wishing you all the very best, from Wendi in the UK. 🌻
Every time the main spring is inserted I can’t not hit the like button after hearing the sound it makes. Proper ASMR!
It's actually really helpful, that you mention the name and function of the parts briefly in every video. Starting to very slowly understand the logic of the whole construction, that makes up a watch.
Also, totally cool, that you disclosed the price you bought the watch for, all the details in your videos (also camera work, narration style) contribute towards a really enjoyable experience.
Thinking exactly the same. Telling the price is great too, that's what people usually are interested in. Marshall is a great guy. Best watch repair channel (with Nekkid) on yt.
Adam Savage provided a link to this video in a comment on one of his videos on his Tested RUclips channel. You have a celebrity fan Marshall! Way to go!
Marshall, I spent years listening to your coverage of Magic tournaments. As I entered adulthood I slowly got out of Magic the Gathering. Eventually selling out all together due to lack of time, I sold my foil modern deck and I bought my first watch, Blackbay 58, with it. Finding your channel is like hearing an old friend. Thanks for the content
I knew he sounded familiar!
Thought this was him!! I was listening and I'm like I know him!! Lol enjoyed this video!
I was about to comment on the mat!!! I own a game store in Indiana. I may be interested in a watch. Reach out!
I'm here because of the Limited Resources podcast he co-hosts for Magic the Gathering Limited formats.
OMG i was wondering why I was so captivated! This is a voice I've been hearing for years!
I bought two of these watches in 1983 just before I returned to Australia following a 3-year military deployment. One for myself and one for my mother, who was working on the family farm. Sadly, my mother gave hers away to my sister who (after a few weeks) had no idea what became of the watch. Obviously, neither of them appreciated what they had in their possession. I wore my Omega Seamaster every day (skydiving, scuba diving etc) until about 20 years later when it simply stopped.
I took the watch to my local jeweler and he said, "This is above my pay grade. I will send it to Omega and get a report." A couple of weeks later, I received word that the watch had been sent back to Switzerland for appraisal. I was told it was so rare that there were not any tools in Australia to allow work to be done on the watch.
A month or two further on I received word that the watch was not worth repairing and I had two options: 1. Omega would dispose of the parts and send me a report, or 2. Omega would send the parts back to me. I sent a lengthy response to Omega explaining that my Omega Seamaster was a part of me. I relied on it every day and would prefer to have the parts returned to me.
About a month later, I received a call from my jeweler to say the watch had arrived. When I went to his business I found the Omega Seamaster had been lovingly restored by Omega at no charge! I couldn't believe it. They included a note saying my message of loyalty and commitment to their brand was such they tooled-up and restored the watch out of gratitude for my service to my country and my dedication to a quality wrist watch. I couldn't believe it. I was so grateful.
Sadly, a few short years later, I took my watch to a different jeweler to have it serviced and was deployed for an extended period before I could collect the watch. When I returned to Australia, I couldn't remember where I had taken the watch.
That's it. The watch is gone and I was heartbroken.
That's a shame.
Nice job you fuckin bozo.
The amount of knowledge it takes to do this so methodically and comfortably... seriously impressive.
a lot of knowledge. But doing anything so methodically and comfortably can't be done without hundreds to thousands of hours of practice... You could have all the knowledge in the world and be extremely clumsy and awful at this.
correct 😁 😁 😁 😁 😇🙏🙏🙏
Ikr
As a mechanical watch enthusiast who doesn't really understand movements I have to say that watching that was one of the most peaceful 50 minutes of my life. I'm still not much wiser but my God those tiny springs and little plates holding other bits in place. And the way that you have to to carefully seat everything with such precision, not to mention the multiple grades of oil that are used on the jewels versus cogs versus everything else. Absolutely fascinating. Thank you.
He’s making me want to lean to do it myself, it would be such a nice hobby
😊fhhZ
This is why I love mechanical watches. And the reason some of the favorites that I own cost $5k+ is because someone like this dude is hand assembling and hand finishing the watches. Grand Seiko is my favorite company, hands down. Such love and craftsmanship goes into their pieces.
@@famts3716 I spent about ten minutes today trying to put a screw back into my son's spectacles - gave up and took it to the optician to do. Can't see myself dealing with watch screws!
Fascinating. First time watching someone restore a watch. I had my dad's watch restored after he died and I inherited it. I wasn't familiar with the brand. It's a Juvenia from the late 60s. The crystal was all scratched up and it wasn't running. I took it to our family jeweler, but he doesn't do that kind of work so he sent it out to someone else. Well long story short, it came out beautifully. I thought it was a wind up watch but it wasn't. It was a full automatic. And it has a calendar function between the 4 and 5 o'clock positions. They put a beautiful classic black leather strap on it which makes the light colored watch face pop. I feel my dad with me every time I wear it.
That's what it's all about
That’s a cool story.
What a great way to remember him. I have no doubt that he felt he was very lucky to have you for a son.
I miss my dad so.
@@PendeltonWhiskey thank you for your kind words. Seems like you and your dad were close too. Both of you were lucky to have each other.
I have a friend in California who is a watchmaker. I sent him my Dad's railroad watch. A 21 Jewel Elgin made in 1924. My mother dropped it in church back in the 60s and it sat in a jewelry box from 1965 to 2023. My friend completely rebuilt the watch and sent it back to me. I am so glad to have it operational again. I still have the card from Great Northern Railroad that they used when they checked it for accuracy.
My 87 yr old dad just gave me his Omega Constellation-now I know what’s in that beautiful timepiece -thanks for the look inside 👍
Got to admire the engineering. Can’t even fathom how you remember how it all goes back together. Your clearly a talented guy
Some people are just savants at reverse engineering things. My dad was a master mechanic and could pull apart a motor and put it back together like it was legos.
Putting the watch back together is one thing. But imagine the people who designed and built the watch in the first place, with no instructions to follow!
@@SamiNami even more fascinating to think about is: the machine(s) that make the machines. The machines and craftsmen that make, for example, the screws alone, never mind the gears & wheels.....
Magic the Gathering Mat!!
thats why you record, just play the video in reverse
Not sure how I ended up here. Didn't realize the video was 52 minutes of magic. I have never had a higher appreciation for anyone who can do this type of work and it boggles the mind how this was done in the very early days of watches. This was my first video to watch on the channel and it was a treat.
I was 25 minutes in and felt the same
You took the words right out of my mind.I was literally thinking the same thing when I stumbled upon this video.Just happens to be the best 52 mins. I've ever spent on YT really.And I've watched alot of cool stuff on here.Ive always been amazed by the way these things are self efficient,and just need a little bump and off to the races it goes.
Same.
Thanks for warning me, skipped to interesting parts
That's funny, because he has a Magic: the Gathering deskmat :D
Watching you dismantle and rebuild these intricate devices is mesmerizing. Impeccable photography. Thanks for the entertainment.
Dan 🇨🇦
I've never, ever, seen this operation before and it's absolutely astonishing to see, listen & learn. Thank you very much for letting us into this micro-world of precision working AND steady hands! Your filming & editing skills match your horological (if that's the correct term) expertise!
Reminds of my late dad, he’s the best watch repairer I’ve known. I remember one of his regular customer came back to fix one of his watch that my dad fixed 18yrs ago, imagine it takes so many years before that watch died and bring it back to life again.
Hi!
I only have one watch, a gift from my then-fiancee, and now a wife of 7 years. It's quartz, and a while ago I've dropped it, and one of the cosmetic elements on the dial popped out and was dangling between the crystal and the dial, and it's been sitting like that for years.
Watching your videos gave me enough confidence to take it apart myself and fix it. I can now wear them, and it's an incredibly rewarding feeling. Just wanted to let you know you have an impact even on people who don't own a single mechanical watch :)
This is my first experience on your channel. You are a mechanical surgeon. I love the way you describe parts (and their purpose), as you work on a watch. It's a amazing skill to have, and no doubt many years of experience. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with anyone who has an interest. Cheers 👍
I will be honest. I never intended to watch the entire video - a few minutes at the start and then flip forward to see the final product. I am now 42 minutes in and can't stop. The quality of the camera work is astounding. I love the commentary. While I watch it I realize that I would fail the fine movement capability test if I were against this guy. All in all, what an astounding skill set to do this work. Congrats!
My thoughts exactly. I was hooked as soon as I started watching.
Saaaame
Lol, I said the same thing and ended up watching the entire video
I have an Omega pocket watch from 1921. Bought new by my great grandfather. I had it restored this spring for my 50th birthday. Part of it was done by a retired watchmaker that had worked at Omega in Switzerland for 30 years. The rest by my local watchmaker. Fun to see how these things are done. 🤗 Great channel!
wow great video, I'm a mechanical engineer and I've been fixing stuff since I was a kid so watching this is a treat.
38:33 the tweezers scraped the golden metal.
also at 13:10
Same
the best advice i can give you MEs is that you don't know everything, despite thinking so. my dad and brother are MEs. I went to school for Chem E then changed to biz, now I am heavy into real estate.
@@detroka that wasn’t an advice, it was an observation. I didn’t claim i know everything, i run our 60 year old family business here in Beirut.
Good luck with in the real estate gig.
@@detroka you don't either. i have never heard a ME claim they know everything. most educated people are aware of the vast pool of knowledge we have in different fields. there was no advice in this comment.
It always amazes me how much beauty and precision are added to the parts of a watch 99% of people will never see.
I don't even feel like I wasted an hour watching this. Very satisfying to watch someone unpack one little part of the universe that was really just a mystery to me until now. Thank you
Laid up in bed after an operation to fix a slipped disc. This is EXACTLY what I need. Thanks so much Marshall. Really looking forward to this and will brighten an otherwise very boring day!
Ugh sorry man, hang in there, hope it gets better soon
Get well soon!
Get well soon brother
All the best with fast recovery.
Gute Besserung
Stumbling upon this channel today has been unexpected delight. It's amazing to me how stumbling upon one of your videos in my recommended today instantly brought back memories of my grandfather's wristwatch and how fascinated I was with it at the time. And somehow for well over 15 years I had forgotten all about it and my interest in it until today. I love watching and learning about the process and It's making me really consider the possibility of trying to get into restoration one day, though the initial cost of equipment might take a long while to overcome. Thank you for reigniting something I had long forgotten about.
As well as being a highly skilled watch repairer, this author is excellent at the Voice Over. He clearly records it later, but offers just that right amount of surprise, shock, disappointment etc to give the illusion of it being recorded at the time.
Watching this was surprisingly therapeutic and relaxing. Not so much so that you may fall asleep because you are completely glued to the entire process! Brilliantly filmed and intricately narrated with a clear to the ear understanding of what is being said. This video made me want to take up this art! However, i probably won’t.
Thank you for taking the time of putting this together. It was truly a delight. 🙂
This is so true, I didn't want anything heavy to watch at the end of a long day and I randomly clicked on this noticed it was over 50 minutes and I was nope not going to watch all of these and then here we are at the end and nice and relaxed.
Magic when a watch can be saved and function the way it was designed and made.Very nice rescue job well worth your efforts.
I’ve now seen enough of your videos to say this with some level of confidence…
You’re the Bob Ross of RUclips. Your confidence, skill, and kind demeanor make me believe that I too could do this kind of work.
38:32 nice big scratch from the tweezers. I felt that scratch in my soul.
Dang
38:33 Did you catch the cracks on them gears ?!!!! wth.... from production ? I wonder.
I don't think you understand how small that little scratch was. Quite the ego you got there.
It hurts watching that bro....
was thinking at that point if some plastic tweezers would be better ..?
I’m a mechanical engineer and find the mechanism mesmerizing. The detail is incredible, great video. Thanks.
How do you know if someone is an mechanical engineer? Don't worry. They'll tell you.
@@jennyjammer7893 What can. I say , its true.
@@jennyjammer7893 you didnt even made this up I literally saw a twitch streamer 10 mins ago has it in their bio lol
@@jennyjammer7893 ..is that bad? You imply some hubris in all this. I responded above in a few places here on this vid review...and never said I was a mechanical engineer, although I am. If one says he is....and also says he appreciates good design and workmanship.....that's all that was intended.....a sense of respect of what he just witnessed.
@@TheWilferch No. You're reading too much into it.
Watching you take apart this watch made me appreciate even more what goes into making them and why they are so expensive
Never for a second thought I would be interested in watching someone refurbish old watches, but here I am binging the entire catalogue!
Hi Marshal! Let me ‘ break cover’. I am recovering from a stroke. ( lived) watching you work is fascinating. I was a Seiko collector. I enjoy their mods. Thanks!
Same here had a stroke about 5 years ago , left me paralyzed on my left side. Use to "help" an old railroad watch repairman work on an certify the watches for use. That was about 60 years ago.Since my stroke I have gotten Back into working on old pocket watches again. I have to admit it is very challenging with only one working hand but it keeps me from vegetating. You should give it a try it is very good therapy and you will feel like you are still useful especially when you get the old watch running again. Hopefully you have recovered from your stroke without any lasting damage. Thke care and God Bless your recovery.
This was an absolute joy. Those old Omega movements are stunning and that dial is sublime. I’m so happy with how it turned out.
I love how you still keep a playmat around. Super happy for your success with this new venture! It's great to see so many of the audience commenting and engaging with your content as well! Congrats Marshall!
Thanks Micheal :)
This is the first time I've watched one of your videos, and quite frankly: I am tickled pink. I have a minor tremor in my hands and could never do anything like this, but I get the same feeling from watching you that I got from watching Bob Ross, or Norm Abrams, or Jacques Pepin, or any other craftsman that was not only really good at what they did, but also took such joy in explaining how they went about doing it. You are in that category and this was a real treat. Thank you so much for doing this video. I'll never be able to afford an Omega watch, but I can imagine the happiness of the person who eventually gets one that you've worked on. I hate the idea of repeating myself, but there it is: This is just wonderful and you've done a great job of explaining it for us watch luddites.
I feel the same way! Would you mind me asking what kind of activities you do find enjoyable with your tremor? I have a friend who recently found out he has a developing tremor, and he’s really feeling like he’s already losing his hobbies. His is still minor as well.
lol tickled pink because of the finger gloves?
at first I was like wow he boiled his hands once and but then saw the rest of it
I absolutely loved the passion in his voice. i had no interest inba watch Repair video in fact it was playing in the background when I heard him describe me I had to go back and start it over hes made a fan out of me
@@rachel705 not the person u replied to, but i also have minor tremors in my hands. i like to cook a lot, and barring the most refined cuts (which are rarely, if ever, necessary), i can do everything that other folks can do. i also like to garden, which is something that doesnt require steady hands.
just saying, your friend might feel frustrated and i can empathize, but it's not the end of the world. those of us with shaky hands can do great things too : )
@@rachel705 Hi, I too have an intention tremor, present since childhood, and inherited with my two siblings, and my daughter, from my father. I play the piano, repair electronics with fine soldering, am a compulsive fixer of anything broken, big or small, and am not held back by the tremor at all. Just go slowly, rest you elbow or elbows on the table if possible, and relax. The harder you try not to shake, the more you shake 🙂 I would love to do these restorations, but couldn't even afford the tools, let alone to buy the non-working watches. But I am addicted to watching Marshall make it look all so easy. He grasps those jewels in his tweezers, and then turns them over, and changes hands, without the jewel going flying off into blue yonder! Impressive indeed!
I have been fascinated with watches ever since I had to read the book Longitude by Dava Sobel for my freshmen English required reading list in 2008, but I was intimidated to actually open a watch and disassemble the movement. This channel has shown me how accessible this long held interest can be as a hobby. I really appreciate the willingness to share information and your enthusiasm for teaching shines through in how well you shoot, edit, and narrate. Thank you!
Truly the best descriptive narration with the best mini-history. I'm a watch nerd, but I still learn tons as I'm not super well versed in how movements function. I love the layman term explanations and your very humble approach.
Like, I would normally want to skip through disassembly/reassembly parts, but I don't want to miss out on the fun commentary.
I love how humble you are to say you're not a professional, and you may not be, but to the rest of us, your videos are really well made. The way you explain, and show the process, with the utmost enthusiasm, shows you love what you do, which, in turn, makes great content for your viewers. My self, along with several others, am not into watches, anything significant as your self. But we love your videos, they're hard to stop watching, ( no pun intended) lol...
There are different levels of professionalism.
I dont really get why the youtube algorithm brought me to your door Marshall.. yet I've found myself intrigued enough to not only subscribe but to watch at least one video a night.. watched the rusty rolex one last night and this one today. As a mechanic the size of the fasteners you have to deal with is almost unbelievable... keep up the good work !
Wow this video randomly popped up on my list and I watched for some weird reason and now I wanna fix watches lol. Thank you for the inspiration dude bro.
I find myself inching my face closer and closer to the PC monitor watching this and all your videos, immersed in them. I know it must be challenging work, but rewarding at the same. Thanks for sharing.
You had me totally absorbed, and before I knew it, it was 52 mins gone. So much love and finesse goes into this art it is really unbelievable. Watching the escapement spin makes it look like a heart, and the watch a living thing. It gives me so much more appreciation for the watch that sits on my wrist right now. Thank you.
Getting to watch someone chase their passion and make it interesting is such a pleasure. Thank you, well done!
Could not have said it better myself.
I'm amazed how you can take a watch completely apart and find the problem fix it and remember where all the parts and screws go! You have a good memory very talented!
As a experienced tinkerer it's the screws that boggle my mind. Not only the mystery of the method in making them but remembering which goes where. Most are individually unique and some are left hand thread.
Beautifully filmed video, as a professional editor I take my hat off to you for a really good edit. There is an almost Zen like equality to watching the beautiful details we never usual get to see. First class work
Lol Dave. You are not a pro bud.
Dave, I very much agree, the video has almost an ASMR vibe to it.
@@devinb5937 it’s a good thing you don’t hate yourself so much you have to make comments like this to feel better about your situation
I came across this video randomly in my suggested. Never been a watch "enthusiast" but I'm now beyond intrigued in the process of how these are made/repaired. Wow. Great video. Gained a new sub!
exactly the same here, came as recommended, so many parts and such a detailed video,,
Wow! Same here! Great video. It was suggested and I had no idea just how much I would enjoy this video. I just subscribed as well!
Yeah he definitely makes it look easy
No idea why this came up in my recomendations, but I was spellbound for the full 52 mins. Lovely, lovely work, and such a relaxing voice.
38:33 I think you'll need some brass or copper tool. Steel one leaves markes.
Otherwise,i really love your work! And your videos are perfectly edited! What a pleasure to watch! Big thanks!
I got a knot in my stomach when you said you dropped the disassembled watch.
You are truly a master at what you do, and a pleasure to watch.
This is the first video of a watching being worked on that I've watched and I love it. I'm an engineer by trade and love seeing this sort of stuff. I think my plans for next weekend is to rip apart one of my old (cheap) watches and fail to put it back together. I would be happy to have this man service my omega though, he certainly knows what he's doing :D
That almost sounds like a euphemism.
Well...... I'm not saying it isn't.......
To me the part of all this that is even more incomprehensible than the design and assembly of all these intricate parts is the manufacturing of all these intricate parts. Virtually every single one of them is a piece of art, and I can't imagine how to go about making each one so perfectly precise that it interfaces perfectly with all the others.
I’ve rewatched this 5 or 6 times now, and all I can say is that you are remarkably generous with your knowledge, and whoever owns this watch down the line is incredibly lucky. I’ll be dreaming about wearing this one for a long time to come!
The Omega 563 has a couple of quirks. 1. One of the wheels on the automatic mechanism has a wheel that has to be disassembled and lubricated. The pivots on that wheel often wear out as well as the bushings that’s keep the wheel in place. People often have to replace the wheel due to it not being lubricated. 2. The original crystal has the letter Omega right in the middle of it. It’s very small. 3. There is a bushing that always goes missing. It’s located on one of the wheels in the center of the watch.
This watch is quite accurate considering how slow the ticking is. Enjoy your watch!
Sir, you are amazing!!! So much intricate work and the knowledge to just do it! I too am not interested in your hobby, but you simply mesmerized me, taking apart this old watch, cleaning it, oiling and putting it back together. And your verbal explanation of everything was just spot on. Thanks, I felt the thrill of your success!!! Dan Suzuki, Retired USAF SMSgt and Vietnam Vet (:
My dad wore a gold Seamaster - even played years of tennis in it. I've watched this video TWICE and enjoyed it both times. thank you
This precision, dexterity and memory for disassembly and assembly is amazing. It brings to memory a young apprentice in our company who after sometime in training was given the moniker of "easy off" by his trainer, sad to say but he did not make it and was let go. According to the trainer, this poor lad could disassemble items successfully but his problem was reassembly, he never seemed to remember where all of the components belonged. I found another type of work.
Plenty of motor mechanics will not overhaul an automatic transmission. Too many parts, all of which must be in the right spot when reassembling.
Thank you for taking us on the fascinating journey of watch restoration again. In my opinion one of the best and most entertaining episodes so far, 53 minutes that felt like 20 minutes. And on top an early model of the iconic Seamaster 166.027 brought back to life. What a gorgeous piece with this beautiful honey lume. Excellent work!
Noticed at 3:26 the watch started running for about 2 seconds. That's when I knew you had a winner. Great as always
It’s crazy that I have no interest in watches, never really had any however I find your videos fascinating and watch them from beginning to end. Thank you.
This was captivating to watch! Didn't intend to spend an hour watching a time piece rebuild today, but your voice and representation sold me. Great job sir.
Exactly. I cant believe I watched this whole video.
I’m happy with myself when I fit a new battery in a G-Shock lol. This is fascinating. How the hell do you remember where everything goes?!
😂 Same!!
I’m amazed at how you remember where all the intricate parts go after taking it apart.
He might watch the recordings, idk just guessing.
@Adam Kent i think you are right.. probably they are mostly similar in terms of the parts they have.. the differences my be in size and placeement in watch. I noticed him using term "bridge" a lot. And today i leared about "reversing wheel". I am wondering how much he paid for the watch, how much were the cost of replacment parts and materieals, and how much he was able to sell it for,
@@manp1039 He said it cost him $2000 on eBay.
It's called studying and practice and notes.
It's amazing how accurate so many of the old automatic watches were when tweaked. I think it's safe to say there hasn't been much improvement in automatic watch designs as far as accuracy in the last 50 years. Well, unless you count the springdrive, which is really an automatic quartz, as I understand it.
I’m speechless seeing so much pins and wheels coming out of this watch once disassemble !!
Your the Yoda master of the profession!!
I'm in awe of your patience and steady hands with all those teeny tiny parts. It's fascinating how all those teeny bits work together. Enjoyed the video.
Steady hands like a surgeon, but without the years of expensive study. However, I'm not dismissing the endless years of learning this artisian craft.
@@gorillaau oh heck no. Like I said I'm in AWE of it..
@@brucer2152 To make one is one thing, but then to produce, say 1000 a year, all parts interchangeable between one watch and another, of the same model, is awesome also. I love this hidden stuff, stuck behind a dial and the watch back.
@@gorillaau oh yeah, it's super intricate. and to think they were making watched for a long long time. How did they even machine those little parts back in the day?
I'm retired from NASA at Kennedy Space Center where I worked as a cinematographer for 27 years. One thing that really makes your videos easy to watch is the high level of picture excellence. All the shots are just so damned professional I love looking at it. Especially the tight shots, which is just about all of them. You're very good. I'm wondering, my father had a Rolex Date that he got in Saigon, Vietnam in 1959 when we lived there. He was killed by a drunk driver in 1968, one year after he retired from the Army. My brother took the watch, but it hasn't worked in years. He sent it to 3 different Rolex repair shops, and it was returned with a note saying they could not open it. We are both anxious to get my father's watch working again. Do you have a business that I could contact to inquire if you would be willing to give it a try? Thank you, and I hope to hear from you soon.
Please update us on this one. That's a great story.
I’m curious, what does a cinematographer do at NASA? I’m sure they have some kind of media relations department, but is there enough demand for good footage that they need a dedicated worker for it?
@@literallytheguyinthepic2519 fake landing videos? hahahhahhahaa
@@cholo85044 *snorts cocaine* but what use would a movie director have for a lens?
@@cholo85044 beat me to it exactly what I was gonna say. Now we have the actual person here we need answers. Put to rest the theory’s or confirm them.
I don’t know why I find these video so addictive,but they are completely mesmerizing.I found your channel late so have binge watched many at a time.Your skill and knowledge is truly amazing,you make it look easy but I know it’s not.Just the steadiness alone few could achieve.I freak out as you disassemble placing parts aside,I have to make diagrams, take pictures and still have problems.I am much better at disassembling than putting back together….lol Thank you again !!
I love watching you work. You have a very pleasing voice so together your videos are so educational and entertaining. Thank you Maestro.
What a project! Thanks so much. As a result of watching your channel, I took out my old Omega Geneve and had it serviced after storing it for 30 years in my bedside drawer. It is not a fancy model - just a 611 manual movement with a blue face. But you are so right - it is a modestly beautiful timepiece!
When you finished disassembly and had all the parts neatly arranged I thought, could you imagine if someone bumped the table or otherwise disturbed those extremely tiny parts....and them you dropped them on carpet !!! I can't believe you found them all.
"I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL" Understatement of the millennia, you sir are indeed a professional. thanks for all the incredible videos.
I love your channel. Watching a master is very soothing. One thing I would love to see more or maybe a separate video is about how all these crazy little pieces are manufactured.
"I'm not a Professional..."
O.k... so you're a "Watch Wizard"? Or a "Watch Surgeon"? No matter what you consider yourself, Sir, you ARE EXCEPTIONAL at this! Including all the aspects of your videos! I don't know how I got here, but after being mesmerized for 52 minutes I LIKED, SUBSCRIBED, & NOTIFIED! 👍💖
It is mind boggling to see how many parts fits into space that small.
That's what she said.
@@abhisargarg95 actual good one hahhaha
true 👍 ✔ 👌 👍
and thats a large movment
it's mechanical porn.
Stumbled upon your video because "Omega Seamaster" caught my eye. I bought one almost exactly like this (had orange accents on face and bezel I believe) in Lucerne Switzerland in 1976! $300 if I recall correctly - quite expensive at the time! But I wore that watch for over 10 years before it "just stopped." Could not find anyone locally who was willing to attempt a repair, so I tossed it in a drawer and bought a Tag Heuer. After watching this, I'm tearing the place apart looking for that old watch! :-D I have no idea what shape the movement is in, but the case is still in very good condition. If I find it... I'll be reaching out!
i would to if not running ( broken ) is $2000 bucks !
@@pvccannon1966 for real, dude is digging for gold through his drawers 🤣
I think it's amazing the we've been able to engineer such tiny components for well over 100 years.
try over 200 years, its honestly mind boggling
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@@bossmoderhino6109 Try about 500 years, if you want to be pedantic :) 16th century saw the rise of pocket watches. While not as miniature as a modern wrist watch, it didn't take long for them to become nearly as small and delicate.
I feared that watching this would open a rabbit hole. My fear was not unfounded. What an amazing video.
As a retired Doctor/Instructor of TTY therapeutics, I loved this video and watched every second.
What I appreciate is your using the proper term for the various parts. I cannot stand hearing the words “ this do hickey thing “ instead of knowing the horological word.
As a professional horologist ( antique clock restorer ) for the past 40 plus years I really appreciate the depth of knowledge you bring to your channel. Well done !
I didnt know that "service" a watch actually meant to completely disassemble it, such a meticulous job and satisfying to watch, thanks for sharing!
@Wil Sain "western civilization" lol these watches are manufactured in Asia.
@@Vipa567 No they aren't omega is a swiss made brand their movements are house made.
@@breiter4798 ...at least THIS vintage was house made by Omega....years later the Swiss watch industry were crushed by the technically more accurate electronic watches from Japan....so they (the Swiss) grouped together as a sort of loose consortium....to create SWATCH. So there aren't any more "one-brand-only" Swiss watches that don't share the inner workings anymore....maybe now only the boutique brands that cost maybe $20,000. Or perhaps Rolexes costing $8000-$10,000.
I just sat through an hour video watching a dude restore a watch... with my mouth hanging open... totally engaged. WOW!
Dropping watch parts and spending hours looking for them is a right of passage, Great video once again, Thank you 👍👍
I fumbled the mainspring swap on my Lord Matic last night and lost the barrel arbor. Not the first part I've lost on this watch - I think the 5606A is out to get me! Both times I found the parts using a magnetic strip plus blind determination.
Very much so although technique and practice make it less so but hey no 30minutes a so care ful brushing of the floor found a Smith's screw I lost last night.
I’m scared as to what you actually do for a full time job if this is your hobby. Your skills are insane and attention to detail is mesmerising to watch. I have no interest in watches and don’t own any, but in addicted to watching your beautiful skill unfold in front of your amazing camera lenses. You are masterful. Thank you 🙏
I'm absolutely addicted to your videos. I've never owned a wrist watch and really have no desire to own one but darn your videos are captivating. Thank you 😊
It's good to reward ourselves sometimes . While I'm not one to spend on high-end watch (I spend too much money on travel, lol), I can appreciate your gorgeous and timeless watch. I love how it's a symbol of all your hard work.And i choose nkuwan every time honestly
I wish I would have found a channel like this when I worked at a pawn shop and had access to probably hundreds of mechanical watches that didn't run.
I always wished I could learn how to fix them, but didn't know where to start. This seems like yet another hobby I could get addicted to
I guess good way to start watch repair hobby is to have multiple watches with the same stuff inside and willingness to destroy them all if everything goes wrong. That way you should have multiple watches to train and highly probably at least one full set of non-broken parts.
@@MikkoRantalainen that's a great idea! Maybe I can find some for cheap on eBay or something
@@JoeyTen It's also good idea to start with watches with physically bigger size such as pocket watches.
I love watches and clocks and just always enjoy your thoughtful and caring as well as humble watch restorations. This one was amazing to watch, to see you restore what seemed like a hopeless case to a gorgeous classic watch that you saved!! Good show!!